English Topics: Is there a skill or talent you once had but feel you’ve lost…

Ice Breaking Topics

How do you practice self-care and maintain your mental health?
If you could have any dessert right now, what would it be and why?
Do you think happiness is an attitude that can be cultivated in spite of problems in your life?
What food would you like to learn how to cook?
Are there certain areas in your town you usually avoid because they are known to be dangerous?
Is it bad luck to tell someone what your wish is when blowing out the candles?
Do you have any favorite songs? If so, what are they?
Does the weather ever affect your mood?

Is there a skill or talent you once had but feel you’ve lost over time?
Do you think it’s easier to relearn something you were good at in the past?
Have you ever regretted not maintaining a certain ability (e.g., a language, an instrument)?
How do you feel about focusing on past abilities versus developing new ones?
Is it common for people to remember their past abilities as better than they were?
Have you tried picking up an old hobby again, and was it challenging?
Do you believe muscle memory or “brain memory” can linger for years?
What advice would you give someone trying to revive a skill they haven’t practiced in ages?

How do you maintain a strong sense of integrity and ethics in your life?
What are your thoughts on the current state of politics in your country?
What are some popular myths, legends, or folktales from your country or culture?
If you could be reborn as an animal, which would you choose?
What is your favorite summertime memory? Why?
How do you think experiencing different cultures and ways of life through travel can change a person's worldview or beliefs?
What is one thing you would like to see changed in your community?
Will stringent laws on gun control put a curb on crime and killing?